Christian-Muslim Relations in Kariobangi, Nairobi: Contemporary Challenges and Future Prospects
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2004-02
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Tangaza University College
Abstract
Many times when we switch on the Television, the radio or reading the
newspapers and magazines, we come across unpleasant news about conflicts between
Christian and Muslims. We hear of fights, killings of people on matters of faith. This
leaves one with questions: Why should believers fight on the basis of faith? Have they
really understood the fact that they are one in the faith because of the one Creator?
Religious indifference, antagonism and divisions between Muslims and Christians have
played a negative role in the social, political and religious history in different parts of
the world as well as in many African countries. In this regard, there are countries like
Nigeria, Sudan where application of the sharia Law has made it quite difficult for
Christians to practice their religious teachings. Christianity and Islam have largely
regarded each other as enemies. For centuries, many adherents of Christianity and Islam
have undermined each other's efforts in evangelism and proselytization to win converts.
In Kenya, for example, this scenario is seen by many Muslims in the crusading attitudes
and activities.1
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Christian-Muslim, Relations, Contemporary Challenges, Future Prospects